Krug Collection 1989

Time’s second revelation of Krug 1989

A very limited number of bottles of Krug 1989 were kept in ideal conditions in Krug’s cellars. These bottles were tasted and appraised as they waited to blossom into a second life. Krug Collection 1989 is now at this stage. The opulence, roundness, and extroversion present in Krug 1989 find a beautiful harmony with an elegant and silky character enhanced by an expansive texture and a lingering finish.

Tasting notes

Exotic, complex nose consisting of honey with spices and white fruits, truffle, earth, slightly browned apples, a hint of high-toned flowers, yeast, and a gentle nuttiness in the background.

Deep palate with bright, high youthful tones of pear, green apple, citrus fruits marmalade, fresh figs and even a touch of earth with a finish which goes on and on with undertones of mineral and spices.

Eric Lebel

Chef de Caves, Krug

Krug 1989 is the result of a contrasting year ending with a very warm summer which gave mature, expressive, long lasting, complete and silky wines. To express the character of this year, the House of Krug blended 25 growths, well-structured and persistent Pinot Noirs (47%), rich Chardonnays (29%) and sparkling fresh Meunier (24%).

Now, over 22 years later, Krug Collection 1989 sparks new sensations that develop under time’s magical influence, expressing an outstanding new facet of this Champagne.
Krug 1989, originally part of the only trilogy of Krug Vintages in the history of the House. It was presented before Krug 1988. Krug 1989 not only tells the story of the year captured by Krug but now as Krug Collection, reveals a totally unprecedented personality. It is expressive and opulent.

Krug Collection 1989 is a true example of time sublimation; maturity reveals more facets and depth, new flavours surprise while old ones have gained structure. Krug Collection 1989 has a new adventure to live and share.

Eric Lebel

KRUG COLLECTION 1989

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Dripping, honey-roasted figs, barely-set apricot marmalade,
poached pears steeped in their vanilla-hinted sweetness…
All these autumnal fruits are beautiful companions for Krug Collection.
Comforting and warm, they welcome the delicate, intensified aromas
of this Champagne which has been brought to life once more thanks
to the devoted expertise of the House of Krug (and sublimation of time).

Dazzling testimony of the Krug style from the period of the late Henri Krug, Krug Collection 1989 offers a wealth of flavors and aromas, nougatine, dried flowers, lemon, honey, with a long and smooth body.

Bettane & Desseauve 2015

Note: 19.5/20

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